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Check out all the latest happenings at Alaska ski resorts, from new lifts to terrain expansions, in addition to Alaska weather forecasts, photo galleries, infographics and current events skiers and mountain travelers should know about. Stay up-to-date on Alaska ski resort news and events by clicking on articles from the list below or page through to see Alaska coverage from the entire ski season.

Alaska might be the last frontier but you're only allowed to go so far on its biggest mountain resort or it's going to cost you plenty. This season nearly 70 skier and snowboarders have lost a total of 657 days of skiing for various infractions at Alyeska Resort, including riding out of bounds. In addition, the citations have resulted in over $1800 in fines.
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In recent years, the early season snow line at Alaska's Eaglecrest resort has moved from the level of the lodge, which is located at 1100 feet above sea level, to approximately 1500 feet. This places the early season snow line above the bottom of the double chairlifts at Eaglecrest and has caused early season access problems.
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John Byrne III recently announced expansion plans for Alaska's Alyeska Resort, an operation he purchased just three months ago. The plan is divided into two components: to revise the Alyeska Resort master plan and to develop a concept for expansion into Winner Creek.
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Although records only go back as far as 1972, Valdez, Alaska has seen record low temperatures this month and is on its way to having its driest month on record as well, according to local weather watchers.
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As a way to thank loyal locals and to celebrate President's Day, Alaska's Alpenglow resort was not only open for a rare Monday run, they offered all Anchorage Ski Club members a free day on the slopes. Non-members needn't have worried, if you signed up on Monday they still let you up the hill for free. Full Article

Spots for Points North Heli-Adventures are 95 percent full for 2007. PNH is the only all-inclusive heli-ski operation in Alaska that offers a flight-hour rate instead of a guaranteed vertical package rate.
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The 11th annual Alaska Ski for Women took place on February 4, 2007, in Anchorage, Alaska, at Kincaid Park. This 2.4 mile Nordic ski event for women of all ages and abilities saw ladies in colorful costumes come together to raise funds for local non-profit organizations that help stop domestic abuse against women and children.
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